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OUR WORK: DOCUMENTARY
IN PRODUCTION
Currently in production on a feature length film exploring the flaws in the family court system.
WHEN A WITNESS RECANTS (HBO)
Producers on feature length documentary for HBO about three men who were convicted for a crime they didn’t commit and who spent 36 years in prison. The film explores the collateral damage the handling of this case had on the community, the wrongfully accused, and the witnesses who were forced to to betray them.
LOCKED OUT (Festival Circuit)
Developed and produced feature length documentary that exposes the impact of predatory lending on Black communities in Detroit. The film follows a group of women fighting against exploitative loans, redlining, and discriminatory housing practices that have left many trapped in debt and instability. Through personal stories and investigative reporting, Locked Out sheds light on the ongoing fight for housing justice and equity.
AMERICAN RECKONING (PBS FRONTLINE)
Senior Producers on American Reckoning, a PBS Frontline documentary, that uncovers the long-buried story of Wharlest Jackson, a Black civil rights activist whose 1967 murder was never solved. Through powerful archival footage, firsthand accounts, and a contemporary investigation, the film explores the legacy of racial injustice and the ongoing fight for truth and accountability.
A TRIBUTE TO JOHN LEWIS (DNC NATIONAL CONVENTION)
Produced short tribute film which was shown at the 2020 Democratic National Convention, honoring the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis. Blending archival footage with powerful testimonials, the film celebrated Lewis’s unwavering commitment to justice, voting rights, and nonviolent resistance. Released just weeks after his passing, it served as both a remembrance and a call to action.
VERNON JORDAN: MAKE IT PLAIN (PBS)
Producers of PBS documentary that chronicles the life of Vernon Jordan, tracing his journey from the segregated South to becoming a prominent civil rights leader, attorney, and advisor to U.S. presidents. Directed by Dawn Porter, the film offers an intimate look at Jordan's pivotal role in advancing racial equality and his enduring influence in American politics and business.
BYGONE DC (PBS/WETA)
Directed and produced Bygone DC, a film that explores Washington, D.C.'s rich history through archival footage and personal interviews. The film spotlights iconic local establishments and landmarks that once defined the Greater Washington area, examining how their disappearance has impacted the community's cultural landscape.
LIFE ACCORDING TO SAM (HBO)
Developed and produced the 2013 HBO documentary that followed 16-year-old Sam Berns, who lived with progeria, a rare and fatal genetic condition causing accelerated aging. The film took an intimate look at Sam's vibrant life and the tireless efforts of his parents—both physicians—to find a treatment. Their journey led to the founding of the Progeria Research Foundation and groundbreaking clinical trials. The documentary received critical acclaim, earning a Peabody Award, an Emmy for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking, and consideration for an Academy Award nomination.